Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Knife Review

I imagine, if you’re reading this, you’re an Everyday Carry knife, better known as EDC, aficionado. You love the feeling of having one in your pocket.

You never know when you might need to slice or cut something, right? The perfect carry knife has got to be portable. It needs to disappear in your pocket only coming out when you need it to.

Carrying it around need not be a burden. So, imagine my excitement when I was introduced to this little razor sharp cutter. The knife sits in your hand, blade retracted, looking benign and gentle.

You wouldn’t tell that inside the handle lies a 3.5-inch intimidating blade. Well, here’s a look at the main features in this Spyderco ParaMilitary 2 Knife Review.

Features of Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Knife

Small & Lightweight

And it is small indeed, no doubt about that. At only about nine inches when open and 5 inches when closed, this tiny military knife will easily fit in your pockets, sitting in there unnoticeable.

Carrying it around isn’t a problem either as it is only 4 ounces heavy. These features are the combination of a true everyday carry knife.

Take it to your adventures outdoors or simply use it conveniently at home. Finding space to store it is a breeze.

Textured Handle

Take a look at the intricate textures on the handle. It is constructed of stainless steel liners. Yes, that means this handle won’t wear easily.

Wrap your hand around this handle and feel the texture. The design makes it highly grippy. However, it still feels comfortable to the hand and very easy to use for a prolonged period.

This texture is the G 10 scales. With it, you no need to trouble about the knife sliding out of your hands.

Tough Blade

I normally say that the blade is the heart of any knife. A poorly built blade means that the knife won’t be of any use to you. The blade in the Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Knife is a highly intimidating, razor sharp blade.

It’s tough. Made of high carbon stainless steel, this blade can handle any challenge it faces without breaking. It’s also coated with a low profile Diamond-like Carbon to enhance its durability.

What this means is that the blade is abrasion and corrosion resistant. This knife truly has a strong, rugged heart.

Black Steel Pocket Clip

How do you like to carry your knives? Do you slide them in your pocket and let them snugly sit there? Do you firmly secure them with a pocket clip?

Well, with the Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Knife, you certainly have the choice to carry it however you please safely. It has a steel pocket clip that is not only strong but also very convenient.

It supports a right side, tip down configuration, enabling you to place the knife within reach, ready to yank it out easily when you need it.

Secure Compression Lock

With a blade this sharp, you need a lock that nicely secures it keeping it from flapping about when open and inadvertently opening when retracted.

The Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Knife has an excellent compression lock that works as intended. It allows you to quickly flip open the blade and keeps it secure when open.

Close it up, and the compression lock secures it in place inside the handle, keeping you protected from an accidental cut.

Pros

The Spyderco Paramilitary Knife is light and compact for easy carrying.

This knife has a very sharp blade right out of the box.

The blade is strong, made of high carbon stainless steel.

The handle is sturdy and has a good grip because of the G 10 texture.

The compression lock works perfectly, safely securing the blade in place.

It has a Diamond like Carbon coating on the blade that makes it resistant to corrosion.

Cons

This being a very popular knife, there are many fake versions in the market.

The blade is super sharp and can easily cut one, if not careful.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Weight of this knife exactly?

A: This knife is 3.83 ounces/0.240lbs/109grams.

Q: Does the blade have a serrated edge?

A: No, this knife comes with a flat edged blade that’s very sharp.

Final Word

So, this knife certainly impresses. With its tough blade that won’t break, no matter what tests you put it through, to the nice and comfortable handle. Using this knife is a joy.

Whether you’re in the military, or you simply need a handy pocket knife then this has got to be your choice. It gets added points for having an efficient compression lock which easily releases the blade from its compartment and securely locks it open.

It also scores points for being razor sharp. And in case the blade gets a little dull, you can easily sharpen it using a whetstone. So, to wrap up this Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Knife Review, our verdict is that this knife does live up to expectations.

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